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YouTube Agrees to $24.5 Million Settlement with Trump Over Account Suspension Following Capitol Riots
Sep 30, 2025 09:57 am CST
YouTube has settled a lawsuit with US President Donald Trump for $24.5 million over his account suspension following the January 2021 Capitol riots, completing a series of legal resolutions with major tech platforms. The settlement directs $22 million to the Trust for the National Mall for a White House ballroom project, without requiring YouTube to admit wrongdoing or change its policies.
Mahatma Gandhi Statue Vandalized in London: Indian High Commission Condemns Attack Days Before Non-Violence Day
Sep 30, 2025 09:51 am CST
The Indian High Commission has strongly condemned the vandalism of Mahatma Gandhi's statue at London's Tavistock Square, which occurred just days before Gandhi Jayanti celebrations. Officials have reported the incident to local authorities and are coordinating restoration efforts for the bronze monument, which was unveiled in 1968 to honor Gandhi's connection to University College London. The desecration is being investigated by Metropolitan Police and Camden Council.
Inside Trump's Comprehensive 20-Point Peace Plan to End the Israel-Hamas War in Gaza
Sep 30, 2025 09:10 am CST
President Trump has proposed a detailed 20-point peace plan for Gaza that includes Israeli withdrawal, hostage releases, governance transition, and economic redevelopment. The plan establishes Gaza as a demilitarized zone under temporary international oversight, with pathways toward Palestinian self-governance and regional security assurances.
Hamas Officials Confirm No Receipt of Trump's Gaza Peace Proposal
Sep 30, 2025 09:08 am CST
A senior Hamas representative has confirmed to AFP that the Palestinian militant group has not yet received the Gaza peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, stating they will thoroughly review and respond once the proposal is delivered. The statement came following a joint news conference between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.
Trump Sparks Controversy with AI-Generated MedBed Conspiracy Video on Social Media
Sep 30, 2025 08:23 am CST
Donald Trump caused online outrage by sharing an AI-generated video promising fictional "MedBed" technology to all Americans, promoting a debunked QAnon conspiracy theory. The deepfake, styled as a Fox News segment, was later deleted without explanation, raising concerns about misinformation from political figures and the dangers of AI-generated content in public discourse.
Gaza Residents Dismiss Trump's Peace Plan as Unrealistic Amid Ongoing Conflict
Sep 30, 2025 08:07 am CST
Gaza residents express deep skepticism over President Trump's 20-point peace proposal, calling it unrealistic and unlikely to end the war. The plan, endorsed by Netanyahu, calls for ceasefire, hostage release, Hamas disarmament, and gradual Israeli withdrawal, but Palestinians fear it contains conditions Hamas would never accept, prolonging their suffering in the war-torn region.
Muslim Nations Rally Behind Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: International Support and Local Skepticism
Sep 30, 2025 07:53 am CST
President Trump's Gaza peace proposal has garnered significant backing from major Muslim nations including Pakistan, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, while facing skepticism from Palestinian factions. The plan, which Netanyahu supports, includes a transitional governing body and has received endorsements from European allies urging Hamas to release hostages and accept the terms to end the devastating conflict.
Total Internet Blackout in Afghanistan: Taliban Enforces Nationwide Ban to Combat "Immorality"
Sep 30, 2025 06:40 am CST
Afghanistan is experiencing a near-complete internet blackout as the Taliban government implements a nationwide shutdown of fiber-optic services as part of their morality crackdown. Connectivity has collapsed to just 14% of normal levels, isolating the country from global communications and marking the first such comprehensive shutdown since the Taliban seized power in 2021.
Palestinian Authority Expresses Support for Trump's Gaza Peace Initiative
Sep 30, 2025 05:54 am CST
The Palestinian Authority has officially welcomed US President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza, describing his efforts as "sincere and determined" and expressing confidence in his ability to broker peace in the region. This positive response indicates a potential diplomatic breakthrough in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Netanyahu Announces Israel's Continued Security Control Over Gaza Under US Peace Plan
Sep 30, 2025 05:08 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has outlined Israel's post-war approach to Gaza, confirming that Israel will maintain security responsibility in the region under a US-backed peace proposal. Netanyahu detailed plans for Hamas disarmament and Gaza demilitarization, while warning that Israel would "finish the job" militarily if Hamas rejects or undermines the peace framework, ensuring a civilian-led administration separate from both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority.